I Bought Griffey Jr. from Mark in Feb. 2012 from the litter of Hanna and Griffey. This dog is not only a rock solid hunter but also a fantastic family dog. I have taken Griffey through professionally taught "Do-It-Yourself" classes in which the trainers work one on one with you and the dog. Griffey was only 6 months old at the time (the second youngest dog in the class) and honestly one of the best/most natural hunting dogs in any of the classes. Even better than most of the dogs that have had previous training. The trainers kept complimenting Griffey on his natural abilities to point, be steady on wing, track/trail, honor, and quarter. I was also told multiple time that Griffey is one of the birdiest dogs they had ever seen. This dog was definitely bred to be a hunting machine and his instincts are incredible. With a little work and proper training this dog could easily hunt with the best of them and I plan on testing his skills in field trials some day. When training time comes he is very focused, listens well, and his nose is always to the ground. He also loves to retrieve things, but isn't quite retrieving to hand yet.
Along with the amazing hunting abilities Griffey is also a great family dog. He has never had any accidents in the house, was very easily trained, and is great with kids. He is high strung at times with tons of energy and is very eager to run, play, and hunt. The attention span can also be small at times, especially when there are birds around, but that is what he was bred for so I can accept that. By giving Griffey the proper attention and training he has become all I could ever ask for in a hunting dog/companion. It was a pleasure doing business Mark as he was great at communicating all aspects of the dogs, demonstrating the dogs abilities, and breading a HEALTHY litter of pups and I would recommend him and his dogs anyone looking for a quality pup. Thanks again Mark.

Submitted by: Terry Oehler on Jun 10, 2013

I bought a pup (AKA Rambo) from Mark in April of 2012. The first bird was a flush, the rest have been rock solid points. My buddies dog (a 10yo GSP) went on point the second time out, Rambo went on point from about 15 - 20yds away, not sure if he is an instinctive honorer. He works well in the field staying within 40yds moving side to side. He has a great personality and is very loving in our house. He loves to play fetch and fetches in the field. He is a ball of energy and does have some dominant traits with my female. I am very pleased with Rambo and would definitely recommend a dog out of this line.

Mark is easy to work with and reasonable. Some of the local breeders were asking $1000 or more for a pup with questionable breeding. It is worth the drive.

Submitted by: Steve Durante on May 13, 2013

We purchased a GSP from Fisher Creek a little over a year ago. She is everything we expected and more. She is very energetic and motivated when it comes to birds. She has been a great addition to our dog "family"
Steve and Charlene Durante

Submitted by: Jeff & Audra Uher on May 07, 2013

We came all the way from Indiana to purchase our first GSP, Greta from Mark last spring and we definitely made the right choice. There isn't as much bird hunting here, but she is a hunting machine just the same. My husband trained her himself after we saw that she was already pointing shortly after we brought her home. She, without a doubt, knows her job as soon as the guns come out. She also knows when our Yukon is full, the guns are loaded and she gets in, that we are heading back to Nebraska to hunt and her excitement exudes. She also fills many other shoes; she's my running partner, my 3 boys' baseball, tag,and wrestling partner and my husband and sons' hunting partner, and when we are done for the day, a great companion to all of us. There isn't anywhere we go that people don't comment that she is the most beautiful dog/GSP they have seen. Hands down, Mark's dogs are the best of all worlds and we would recommend him to anyone looking to buy a GSP and also sincerely thank him for ours.

Submitted by: Lindsey Messinger on May 02, 2013

I bought my GSP puppy from Mark (Fisher Creek Kennels) about a year ago (when he was 8 weeks old). It took almost 2 hours for me to pick out the puppy I wanted from the great group of puppies available. Since then, he has come to be my best friend and is a joy to be around every day. He has been easy to train to city and house life, but thrives when we are in the field. He has so much excitement and drive, it is inspiring just to watch him. Although still young, he has been very responsive, a very quick learner, has a great nose, and is always eager to please! I will certainly turn to Fisher Creek Kennels for my next puppy and would highly recommend Mark's Kennel to anyone looking for a life-long friend and hunting partner.

Submitted by: Lenn Pritchard on Mar 31, 2013

Two years ago I got a GSP from mark. The dog was one year old an he had reacquired from a previous buyer, I was somewhat concerned because of this but Schamas turned out to be the best dog,best friend a person could ever want. The dog was very well behaved and I can't tell you how much enthusiasm this dog had for life. I live in Arizona next to the Desert and we went walking for birds twice a day. For one year this was my best friend. I don't know what Mark does but it right. In February I lost Schamas to a car accident. I was devastated. It could not of been worse if I lost a kid. I didn't know what what to do. My wife suggested I call Mark and see if I could get a new pup from the same parents. Unfortunately Schams's father pasted last year. Mark told me he had a one year old pup from the same parents that we was starting but would agree to sell him to me. the new pup is Rowdy, a very aptly named dog. Again the dog has an enthusiasm for life that is hard to understand. I love this guy. I would not hesitate to recommend Mark for any dog requirements. I don't know what he does but it works

Submitted by: Ryan Dougherty on May 15, 2012

I purchased Lucy from Mark almost 2 years ago in August. I've hunted her two seasons and I can't put into words how happy I am with her nose, all around hunting ability, and her work ethic in the field. This dog is an absolute hunting machine and I have to give credit to Mark and his bloodlines. She pointed her first bird at 4 months on opener in IA in front of friends and family and they couldn't believe it. She retrieved her first bird at 6 months and had an amazing rest of the season. I only trained her about 4 times out in the field before we went out her first season. Mark's blood lines are fantastic, not only that but everywhere I take her I get compliment after compliment regarding how good looking my dog is. I would recommend Mark to anyone looking to purchase a GSP. In fact I hope he keeps at it because I know that my next dog will be from Mark as well.

Submitted by: Jim Diekemper on Mar 06, 2012

My GSP Remi is almost 2 years old! From the day I got her from Mark she has been the best hunter and best friend a person could ask for she always aims to please and is always by your side! She loves to hunt and has no quit in her! Mark has top notch dogs and I HIGHLY RECOMEND fisher creek kennels!!!

Submitted by: Walter Wayne Bullock on Jan 23, 2012

I purchased my german short hair from Mark Harstick. Her name is Jazz and she was born May 10,2011. I did my first hunt with her when she was 6 months old. I will let everyone know that she is a natural born pointer/hunter. She sweeps the fields and point when she spots a pheasant. She also retrieves. I need to still work on her flushing. I have hunted her with approximately 10 other hunters and everyone had nothing but praise for her. I had her spaded at three months, I wish I had not did that because she should have been bred to carry on her great hunting skills. I have a friend in Tennessee that has put a down payment on Mark's next litter.

Submitted by: Chris Hall on Jan 17, 2012

I got a female from Mark at the end of last summer so I have not
hunted her yet. She is my second GSP, my first was one of the best dogs I had ever hunted with,Lucy has more natural talent than my last dog. She is great with the kids, and is strong as an ox. I will be getting a second dog from Mark in a couple years. I hope that when Lou is trained we can go hunting.